Chasing the Devil

My Twenty-Year Quest to Capture the Green River Killer

By: David Reichert

Narrated by: Dennis Boutsikaris

Chasing the Devil is the gripping firsthand account of Sheriff David Reichert's relentless pursuit of the Green River Killer -- a 21-year odyssey full of near-misses and startling revelations.

For eight years, Sheriff David Reichert devoted his days and nights to capturing the Green River Killer. He was the first detective on the case in 1982, doggedly pursuing clues as the body count climbed to 49 and it became the most infamous unsolved case in the nation.

Frantically following all of his leads, Sheriff Reichert befriended the victims families, publicly challenged the killer, and risked his own safety -- and the endurance and love of his family -- before he found his madman. But Reichert's hunt didn't end when he finally cornered a truck painter named Gary Ridgway. It would be yet another 11 haunting years before forensic science could prove Ridgway's guilt beyond a shadow of a doubt. Told in vivid detail by the man who knows the whole story, this is a real life suspense story of unparalleled heroism.

best book on serial killers

I've gotta be honest regarding my obsession on serial killers. I've heard, read, and seen countless shows and movies on this subject but this book is the best so far. I particularly like how detective Riechart wrote this book in layman's terms so the everyday Joe can understand it. Thank you Mr. Riechart for giving these beautiful souls a voice!

good book

I couldn't stop listening and finished the book in one sitting. Very interesting and well written.

A reminder of how far forensic science has come

I liked this book for the faith and integrity of the author to see the case through to the end. His patience is a testament to all families out there waiting to know the fate of a lost loved one. His commitment to the the victims as well as the families is a compelling story in its own right. I became interested in this subject after watching a mediocre TV version....the book is better.
More than just a gruesome recount of the deeds of a very sick individual.

An excellent work by a dedicated law man.

I really liked it because it is told from the perspective of the man who hunted the Green River Killer for decades. I also listened to Anne Rule's book about the Green River murders and found it full of facts but nothing incomparison this book.

Very well written account of a monster.

It can be difficult for non fiction books to keep an interest of a reader as the writer cannot take liberties with the story. Whether it the writing or the horrible acts committed by the green river killer, this is a must read that keeps you sucked in.

Fascinating to follow the cops as they go about their business and all that is involved in tracking a serial killer with the countless leads, suspects and evidence.